[31.01] The Magnetosphere of Jupiter

F. Bagenal (University of Colorado)

Jupiter is a planet of superlatives: the most massive planet
in the solar system, rotates the fastest, has the strongest
magnetic field, and has the most massive satellite system of
any planet. These unique properties lead to volcanoes on Io
and the existence of energetic plasma in the jovian system
that provides a physical link between the satellites,
particularly Io, and Jupiter. Although it has been know for
over 30 years that Io modulates Jupiterís radio emissions,
only very recently has the direct connection been
demonstrated. This talk presents recent explorations of
Jupiter's vast and dynamic magnetosphere by Galileo, Hubble
Space Telescope and Cassini .